Casual Child and Youth Care Counsellor

Job Posting

Nature of Position:
The Counsellor reports directly to the Akoma Family Centre Child & Youth Care Supervisor. The Counsellor is responsible for administering approved treatment plans and providing care to residents (ages 3-13) in care of the Minister of Community Services. Responsible for accurate reporting, file maintenance, crisis intervention and assisting with developing programs and activities. The facility is a 24/7 operation with residents in 2 buildings.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
The successful candidate will have comprehensive experience working with at risk children and youth in residential care, ability to work as part of a team member, deal with conflict, have strong written/ verbal and interpersonal communication skills, effective organizational and time management skills, knowledge of behaviour management strategies and intervention plans and programs, knowledge of issues facing youth in care and the ability to transfer knowledge of various behavioral disorders, substance abuse and mental health disorders to practice. Must exercise discretion with confidential matters. Knowledge of working with babies, young children and families in crisis.